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GF57 URR

2007 Skoda Octavia

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

257,244 mi
Last recorded257,244 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2023
Typical for 2007 Skoda Octavia101,206 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF57 URR
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2023 257,244 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2023 257,241 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 256,105 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 254,940 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2021 254,923 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 252,305 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 247,287 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 243,560 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 240,941 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 235,743 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 227,432 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Aug 2015 227,430 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Aug 2014 221,797 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 221,797 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 213,534 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Aug 2012 207,337 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 207,337 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) inappropriately repaired (3.5.1n) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Recent front shockabsorbers fitted using copper lube which is not advisable

Pass 7 Jul 2011 199,536 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 5 Jul 2011 199,531 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 164,667 miles

Oil leak

slight damage to front number plate

Pass 5 Nov 2009 105,768 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 52,343 miles

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia?

Based on 3,816,734 MOT tests across 338,116 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
8,620
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
338,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81,688
Registration plate lamp not working 38,058
position lamp(s) not working 31,953
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31,729
Direction indicator incorrect colour 28,575
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GF57 URR is a 2007 Skoda Octavia in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2007 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 101,206 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 81,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF57 URR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 19 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GF57 URR registered?

GF57 URR is a 2007 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 29 October 2007.

Is GF57 URR safe to buy?

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